This Egyptian alabaster vase comes from the Phoenician necropolis of Torre del Mar, in the south of Spain. It was possibly used to keep ointments or perfumes. It has an oval shape, widening at its base, and two handles of different size.
Present location |
MUSEO ARQUEOLÓGICO NACIONAL [21/007] MADRID |
Inventory number |
16804 |
Dating |
3RD INTERMEDIATE PERIOD |
Archaeological Site |
OUTSIDE EGYPT |
Category |
VASE |
Material |
CALCITE/ALABASTER |
Technique |
HEWN; POLISHED |
Height |
18 cm |
Diameter |
3,5 (boca) cm |